The 2006 Polaris RANGER XP takes the 4 x 4 off-road utility vehicle to-the next level. RANGER XP is powered by a liquid-cooled Polaris 700twin-cylinder EFI engine pumping out 40 hp – the highest allowed by law. Its specs shatter the status quo and include a 50 mph top speed and 1750 lb. towing capacity. It’s the first utility vehicle with Electronic Fuel Injection for fast starts even in extreme temperatures and altitudes.
The 2006 Polaris RANGER XP was a powerful and versatile utility side-by-side, designed to tackle tough jobs and rugged terrain with ease. Equipped with a 683cc liquid-cooled, twin-cylinder engine, it delivered class-leading power and torque, making it one of the most capable UTVs in its category at the time. The RANGER XP featured on-demand true all-wheel drive (AWD), allowing it to seamlessly transition between 2WD and 4WD for maximum traction in challenging conditions. With 11 inches of ground clearance and a 1,500-pound towing capacity, it was well-suited for farm work, hunting, and off-road adventures. Comfortable seating for three and a durable cargo bed made the 2006 RANGER XP a reliable, go-anywhere workhorse that helped solidify Polaris’s dominance in the utility UTV market.
The Polaris Ranger feels more at home on the farm or out hunting than it does in the dunes. But if you are looking to haul around more people, and aren’t wanting to do any real hard core duning, this could be the UTV for you.
There are lots of aftermarket accessories for Polaris Rangers, but more of them tend to be geared towards work. Snow plows, weed eater racks and winches. Not much in terms of long travel kits.
Seating
It is hard to call the Polaris Ranger XP a”side-by-side” when it is the only UTV with seating for three straightfrom the factory. We have seen six in them at the sand dunes in Glamis with acustom roll cage and seats in the bed.
The Polaris Ranger has a seat height of 34″. This moves the center of gravity up quite a bit from the Rhino and RZR.
Size
The big thing about the Polaris Ranger is its size. This thing is just a lot bigger than a Rhino or RZR. About the same size as the Prowler.
113″ Long, 60″ Wide and 75″ Tall.
Dry weight is 1185 lbs, but it is built to carry 1000lbs. in the bed!
Seat Belts
The lap belt in the Polaris Ranger is fine for utility work, but for sport use, a lap belt is dangerous. If you are going to use for sport/recreation, plan to install a 4 or 5 point harness.
Specifications:
| Engine | |
| Displacement/HP | 683cc / 40 HP |
| Cooling | Liquid-Cooled |
| Engine Type | Polaris twin cylinder |
| Lubrication | Pressurized wet sump |
| Oil Capacity | 2/1.9 qts/ltr |
| Carburetion | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Fuel Capacity | 9/36 gal/ltr |
| Coolant Capacity | 3.3/3 qts/ltr |
| Alternator | 500 watts |
| Starting / Battery | Electric / 12V – 30 AH |
| Drive Train | |
| Transmission | Auto – PVT (Polaris Variable Transmission) |
| Gear Range | In-line, Dual-range forward and reverse |
| Drive | Switch-engaged on-demand true 4-wheel shaft drive |
| Tires | |
| Front | 26 x 8 – 12 PXT Radial |
| Rear | 26 x 11 – 12 PXT Radial |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut with 8.0 in of travel |
| Rear Suspension | Independent 9.0in of travel |
| Dimensions | |
| Turning Radius | 148in / 376cm |
| Wheelbase | 76in / 193cm |
| Front / Rear Brakes | Foot-activated 4-wheel hydraulic disc, stainless steel lines |
| Parking Brake | Foot-activated dedicated mechanical disc |
| Dry Weight | 1185 lbs / 539 kg |
| Length/Width/Height | 113x60x75in / 287×152.4×190.5cm |
| Ground Clearance | 11 in |
| Load Capacity | |
| Box Dimensions | 54×36.5×11.5 in / 143×101.5×31.5 cm |
| Box Volume | 13 cubic feet |
| Box Capacity | 1000lbs / 454kgs |
| Hitch Towing Capacity | 1750 lbs / 794 kg |
| Vehicle Payload Capacity | 1500lbs / 681kgs |
| Electrical | |
| DC Outlet | Dash Receptacle |
| Brake Light / Taillight | Standard/Standard |
| Headlight | 2-Dual beam (hi / lo) – 35w quartz – halogen |
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